My Background
I'm Gary McAree, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCHC) and Master Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (MLADC) based in the Bedford-Manchester area of Southern New Hampshire. I specialize in mental health and substance-use care, with a particular focus on anxiety, trauma, and the patterns that keep people returning to alcohol or other drugs. I also provide court-grade LADC evaluations and biopsychosocial assessments for DUI, criminal-court, probation, and employer-related cases across the state, including virtual options for those who need them. Therapy at Paradigm looks less like "lying on a couch" and more like a structured conversation about what's actually happening in your life. We'll talk about your triggers, your coping skills, and any past treatment or evaluations, then build a plan that's specific to your goals. Sessions are 50-60 minutes, and they can take place in-office in the Bedford-Manchester area or through secure telehealth appointments across New Hampshire, depending on your needs and location. My approach is grounded in evidence-based methods-CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and relapse-prevention planning—so you leave with practical tools, not just theories.
My Approach
For clients dealing with substance use, that often means walking through your history with drugs or alcohol, understanding your current level of use, and mapping out what recovery could look like for you. If you need a formal LADC evaluation-for court, probation, or your attorney-provide a thorough biopsychosocial assessment, clear diagnostic impressions, and a written report that professionals can rely on. I'm familiar with ASAM criteria and NH-style substance-use evaluations, and I aim to make the process as straightforward as possible for you, even when the legal side feels overwnelming. No one comes into counseling at their strongest, so this office is designed to be straightforward, low-pressure, and professional. You won't be asked to "open up instantly," but you will be treated with respect and honesty.
Cont.
There are clear expectations around confidentiality, limits to confidentiality, and what happens if safety or legal issues arise-everything will be reviewed with you upfront so you know exactly where you stand. If you're in the Manchester, Bedford, Nashua, or surrounding Southern NH communities and you're ready to try something different-whether that's regular therapy, a substance-use check-in, or a formal LADC evaluation - I invite you to reach out. Sessions can be booked online or by phone, and a brief consultation is available to help you decide if this is a good fit. This is your chance to finally step out of the same old pattern and into a more resilient, intentional version of your life.
